This panel and audience discussion will cover (1) how organizers can effectively message, outreach, and select speakers for WordCamps and other events and (2) give practical tips and advice for those applying to speak at future WordCamps (including WordCamp US 2020), outlining expectations and considering some effective best practices.
- Topics will include:
- How to write an effective bio and what a bio should tell organizers about the speakers.
- Best tips for applying speakers, with advice straight from some members of the WordCamp US 2019 Programming Team.
- How to publish an effective call for speakers.
- How to locate fresh and diverse speakers that might not immediately apply.
- Best tips for having a system for backup speakers.
- Tips on keeping in communication with speakers after selection, slides, etc.